Engineer​/Analyst Solar Development

ZipRecruiter is hiring an Engineer/Analyst for Solar Development in Birmingham, AL. The role involves planning, development, and deployment of solar power, leading project teams, contract management, and conducting financial analyses. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in project management and renewable technologies. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. The position requires up to 25% travel and is full-time.
Job Description
Engineer/Analyst – Solar Development

Location:

Birmingham, AL

Travel required:

up to 25%
POSITION SUMMARY

Planning and Development (GPD) is responsible for assisting Southern Company’s retail operating companies with the planning, siting, development, and deployment of power, energy storage, and distributed resources. These resources can be sourced through self-build, existing facility conversion, and/or acquisition of assets.

The Solar Development team has responsibility for assisting Southern Company’s retail operating companies with the planning, analysis, development, and deployment of solar power.
Responsibilities Include:
• Leading (and serving on) diverse, enterprise-wide project teams in the evaluation and deployment of various alternatives and other strategic initiatives
• Negotiation, development, and/or management of contracts
• Conducting economic evaluations and profitability analysis for various resource options using production simulation software and spreadsheet-based financial models
• Developing and maintaining renewable, battery storage, and distributed technology resource cost and performance metrics
• Performing market intelligence efforts (technology development, pricing, commercial viability)
• Preparing and presenting project evaluation results and/or project business cases to all levels of enterprise-wide management and peer groups
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, applied science, mathematics, economics, or finance required. An advanced degree, particularly an MBA, is highly desirable.
• Experience in technology development, project management, asset management, financial analysis, production cost modeling, or integrated resource planning.
• Knowledge of renewable electric, battery energy storage, and distributed technologies.
• Experience in project development, project management, leadership, large capital projects, contract development, negotiation, and management is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Proven analytical, interpersonal, and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to think creatively and independently in developing new solutions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with VBA, MATLAB, and production cost models is preferred
• Ability to build consensus and communicate complex topics effectively in verbal and written form
• Project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Professional registrations/certifications in project management and engineering are a plus
Behavioral Attributes:
• Role model of Southern Company Values
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and accountability
• Continuous learner, innovative, customer-focused
• Effective team player and adaptable to changing business demands
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